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A638 OUA

1984 Ldv Sherpa

Orange Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2017
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

233,376 mi
Last recorded233,376 miles
Recorded on26 May 2016
Typical for 1984 Ldv Sherpa98,036 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA638 OUA
MakeLdv
ModelSherpa
Year1984
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 May 2016 233,376 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 231,221 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 16 Apr 2014 230,049 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 230,049 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2013 226,554 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Mar 2013 226,554 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 226,393 miles

o/s & n/s front floor corroded

Fail 12 Mar 2009 226,392 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

o/s & n/s front floor corroded

Pass 22 Aug 2007 225,750 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

propshaft mounting deteriorated

Pass 20 Jul 2006 220,720 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2006 220,703 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Offside Front Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

How Reliable is the Ldv Sherpa?

Based on 3,096 MOT tests across 522 vehicles.

65.0%
Pass Rate
1,125
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
522
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 139
Brake pipe excessively corroded 123
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 119
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 110
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 109
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A638 OUA is a 1984 Ldv Sherpa in Orange with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1984 Ldv Sherpa models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.0% with a typical mileage of 98,036 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ldv Sherpa fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A638 OUA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ldv Sherpa typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 42 years old, this Ldv Sherpa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A638 OUA registered?

A638 OUA is a 1984 Ldv Sherpa, first registered on 1 March 1984.

Is A638 OUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A638 OUA shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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